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Drew Arellano undergoes vasectomy

Kapuso TV personality Drew Arellano has decided to undergo a vasectomy after welcoming their fifth child earlier this year.Instagram post, the "Biyahe ni Drew" posted a photo of himself in a hospital gown following the procedure.He playfully captioned, "Happy late and advanced Mother's Day to my wife. #HappyVA-SEC-TO-MEEE #snipsnip #SarapYungSedativeAh."Kapuso host Drew Arellano INSTAGRAM PHOTO/DREW ARELLANOA vasectomy, as explained by health experts from academic medical center Mayo Clinic, is a minor surgical procedure in which a surgeon cuts and seals the tubes that carry sperm, making it impossible for sperm to be released during intercourse. It is considered a permanent form of birth control, though it can sometimes be reversed.Arellano's decision to undergo the procedure comes after much thought about his family's future, which he had previously discussed with Iya.During their 2023 interview in "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," the celebrity husband shared how serious he was in getting the procedure done."You're the best mother to all the kids, and, uh, I will do my vasectomy soon," he shared."That's the plan. That's our plan," he added.Arellano's choice has sparked positive responses from his followers and celebrity friends, many of whom praised his decision as a progressive step for men's family planning."Welcome to the club inaanak," Kim Atienza wrote."Yours seem to be strong, let's see," KC Montero teased."Thank you for sharing this personal choice. Legend!" commented Iza Calzado."Sa mga kalalakihan diyan, dapat ito tularan," said Carla Abellana."Woooohooooo sooo proud of you pars!!!!!" added Camille Prats.The couple, who have been married since 2014, welcomed their fifth child, Anya, earlier this year. They are already parents to Primo (2016), Leon (2018), Alana (2020), and Astro (2022).